Extrusion Machine Operator - Night Shift (7PM-7AM) - $23.00/hr. plus $1.00/hr. Shift Differential

ZipRecruiter; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in electrical and safety solutions is seeking an Extrusion Machine Operator for night shifts in Dallas, TX. Candidates should possess extrusion experience in a plastics manufacturing environment, be detail-oriented, and comfortable working in fast-paced settings. This position offers competitive hourly pay and includes comprehensive benefits such as medical, vision, and dental insurance.

Benefits

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term insurance

401k

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

Qualifications

• Extrusion experience in a plastics manufacturing environment required.
• Must be able to work 12-hour shifts.
• Able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds unassisted.

Responsibilities

• Measure dimensions of products to verify conformance using measuring instruments.
• Adjust controls to meet specified measurements; reject non-compliant products.
• Expertly package finished pipe into proper crate quantities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Mechanical skills

Ability to work in a team

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Extrusion Machine Operator

Night Shift (7PM-7AM)

$23.00/hr. plus $1.00/hr. Shift Differential

Who we are looking for:

We are currently searching for a Extrusion Machine Operator to be based out of Dallas, TX. Extrusion experience in a plastics manufacturing environment (required). Reporting to Shift Lead, the Extrusion Machine Operator will be responsible for measure dimensions of products to verify conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments such as tape measures, calipers, gauges, and micrometers.

What you'll do:

• Read and understand the production schedule and ensure is followed.
• Adjust controls to meet specified measurements and diameters. Record hourly pipe readings such as weights, wall
  thickness, diameter, and length. Reject products not meeting specifications.
• Expert package finished pipe into proper crate quantities.
• Troubleshoot the strapping machine.
• Familiar with the product and the compound material.
• Able to perform changeovers and start-ups on small and medium-diameter pipes.

What you'll bring:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Extrusion experience in a plastics manufacturing environment (required)
• Must be able to work 12-hourshifts.
• Must be able to work safely and efficiently in a fast-paced work environment.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds unassisted.

Within 3 months, you'll:

• Complete any required training.
• Have developed relationships with the key stakeholders for this role.
• Be well-versed in Atkore’s Business System and the importance of your role to daily operations.

Shift Schedule:

• Day Shift- 7am-7pm

Who we are:

Atkore is a recipient of a Great Place to Work certification and a Top Workplaces USA award! We’re committed to creating an engaged and aligned workforce that drives collaborative culture. Our team strives for breakthrough results, stays focused on being standout leaders, and fully supports decisions of the Company. We consistently live the Atkore mission, strategic priorities, and behaviors, all in a way that’s consistent with our core values. Together, we build strong leaders that continually try to move us forward.

With a global network of manufacturing and distribution facilities worldwide, Atkore is a leading provider of electrical, safety and infrastructure solutions.

Do you have what it takes?

Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader!

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay for this position is $23.00 per hour. Placement in the range depends on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, relevant experience, skills, seniority, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business or organizational needs and may change over time. Other compensation may include, but not limited to, overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, commissions, stock, and other incentives.

Benefits available include:

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term insurance
• 401k
• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Any leave required under federal, state, or local law

Benefits are subject to vesting and eligibility requirements.

Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis.